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Children’s artwork sparks 9/11 memories Sep 9, 2011 12:00 AM
Each morning, when I pass a painting hanging in my hallway, I am reminded of Sept. 11, 2001. I purchased the painting -- done by children from Louise White School in Batavia -- after attending the Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 of the same year.
Batavia High School’s Fine Arts Centre to open Saturday Aug 17, 2011 12:00 AM
It will be an emotional moment for many who sit in the new auditorium for the first time when the Batavia Fine Arts Centre opens to the public this Saturday night, Aug. 20. Billed as a Red Carpet Gala, the Fine Arts Centre opening is sponsored by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce and local businesses.
Batavia getting new restaurant Aug 9, 2011 12:00 AM
Restaurateur Jon With has plans on opening a new restaurant in Batavia in the space formerly occuped by Ona's on the Avenue.
Holmstad chickens ruffle no feathers in Batavia Aug 2, 2011 12:00 AM
Inspired by the bulldog sculptures decorating Batavia, residents of the Holmstad, a senior community, decided to put together a similar exhibit. Their choice? "We chose chickens," said resident Ellen Hamilton.
August to rock out at Batavia festival Jul 8, 2011 12:00 AM
Reunited 1970s "garage band" August will be playing Windmill City Fest Sunday, July 10, on the Main Stage from noon until 1:30 pm.
Fondness for pets leads to new career Jun 21, 2011 12:00 AM
It’s never too late to reinvent yourself, as demonstrated by Batavia resident Mike Eckblade, who recently opened A New Dog, a pet grooming, boarding and daycare facility in Geneva.
Happy 120th birthday to BataviaJun 15, 2011 12:00 AM
Every year, all the third graders in Batavia's public schools participate in the Third Grade Report, a unit focusing on local history. These students visit our home to learn about our home’s history and the people who have lived here.
Batavia traveler continues to set new goals for herselfMay 19, 2011 12:00 AM
Intrepid traveler Sandi Wilcox of Batavia has reached her goal of traveling to all seven continents -- but there still are places she has yet to visit.
From Kane County to the Capitol: winning artwork May 12, 2011 12:00 AM
The Congressional Art Competition, “An Artistic Discovery,” is sponsored by the members of the U.S. House of Representatives and features artwork on display in the Capitol Campus in Washington, D.C. Winning this year’s competition for the 14th District with her oil painting, “Self Portrait,” was Lucy Miller, a senior at Larkin High School in Elgin.
Annual Peeps diorama contest brings out creativityApr 30, 2011 12:00 AM
Aside from the calorie count, the little bunnies and birdies are sparking our creativity and making us smile. Peeps are turning up in craft projects and legitimate artwork and, yes, Peeps can be found living inside shoe boxes or the ever-popular diorama, known as the Peeps Show.
BHS alum directs ‘Little Shop of Horrors' Apr 14, 2011 12:00 AM
A Batavia High School alumnus returns to direct "Little Shop of Horrors," the school's last performance in the cafetorium.
Helping moms cope with postpartum moods Apr 2, 2011 12:00 AM
Women in Need is a support group for women with postpartum mood disorder. It meets at TriCity Family Services in Geneva.Pauline Gekas, a family therapist who facilitates the support group, was one of the original founders of the group that began 10 years ago. She is now joined by Delnor nurse, Mary Ellen Pollina.
Gourmet ice cream comes to St. Charles Mar 12, 2011 12:00 AM
Batavia High School grad opens new ice cream shop in St. Charles offering gourmet and unusual flavor pairings. She still has the standard flavors at her shop, but you'll also find new mixes like Red Velvet Cake and Aztec Chocolate.
‘A Midsummer Night's Dream' in Batavia Feb 17, 2011 12:00 AM
“A Midsummer Night's Dream” heads into Batavia High School this weekend with the talented Toni Hix taking on the directorial duties. This isn't the first time the popular Shakespeare comedy has been staged at the high school. Hix brought the production to life in 2005 and the memory of the magical staging with the fairies still lingers.
ACCESS revival brings out volunteers, ideas Feb 17, 2011 12:00 AM
When Mayor Jeffery Schielke made the decision to revive Action Committee for Community, Environmental and Social Services he had no idea how many people would come out for a meeting on a snowy winter night.
Holy Cross students’ happy ‘households’ Feb 13, 2011 12:00 AM
Households program at Holy Cross Catholic School in Batavia encourages students to bond while discouraging bullying.
Life-changing injuries influence Batavia artistsDec 16, 2010 12:00 AM
Where does an artist find inspiration? For some, it comes from nature. For others, it comes from a poem or music. For Eila Grahn and Len Bielefeldt, inspiration rose from the depths of tragedy.
Holmstad resident shares Africa stories Dec 9, 2010 12:00 AM
Everyone has a story to tell. Barbara Lytle's story began when she was a young high school coed. “I heard a speaker give a presentation on (the people of Africa),” she said. “I knew at that moment that what I wanted to do with my life was to go to Africa and work with the people there.”
Batavia turkey pro has heard it all on ThanksgivingNov 11, 2010 12:00 AM
Have you ordered the turkey yet? Thanksgiving is only two weeks away. It's time to pull out the old traditional recipes that your grandmother made and your mom improved upon. It's time to make that grocery list, and get ready to cook.
Batavia Historical Society to hold sock hop Oct 28, 2010 12:00 AM
It was a time of bobby socks, pearl necklaces and poodle skirts that twirled with every spin on the dance floor. It was a decade when kids could travel the town and be safe, only to be beckoned home by a familiar yell.